Linux System Administrator

2 weeks ago

Evanston, United States JobRialto Full time
Job Description

We are looking for a Linux Systems Administrator who is comfortable deploying software applications, as well as supporting customers on a daily basis.

What You'll Do

Responsible for monitoring daily activities to ensure network and system availability to all users and will perform necessary maintenance as instructed

Support all client user applications and programs

Setup, upgrade, configuration, and ongoing management of automated patching for Linux VMs, leveraging the Uyuni infrastructure and configuration management platform

Maintain a schedule to patch all Linux servers

Monitor application and server availability and take proactive measures to keep systems and applications running

Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware

Implement other upgrades and technology application installs where necessary

Recommend and implement changes to improve systems and network configurations

Perform data backups and restores, including disaster recovery operations

Maintain and review logs related to network, application, and system functions

Perform routine network and system startup and shutdown procedures and maintain internal controls

Work closely with the IT team to coordinate patching schedules, minimize downtime, and ensure efforts are in sync with the broader IT strategy.

Design, configure, test, and maintain computer hardware, networking software, and operating systems software

Maintain detailed documentation of the patching process, configurations, and any customizations, facilitating knowledge sharing and continuity of operations.

Be on call 24x7 to address any critical IT needs that arise

Perform various other duties as assigned by the management team

What You'll Need

Required:

Bachelor's degree in computer science is required; advance degree is a plus

4-6 years of experience in Linux System Administrator support

2-4 years of general desktop / network / hardware and software support

Ability to maintain and support Linux environments (SUSE / CentOS / Red Hat)

Ability to implement robust monitoring solutions to oversee the patching and updating process across all Linux VMs, ensuring they remain operational and comply with internal and external regulations

Ability to evaluate and implement alternative automated patching systems, which may offer enhancements in efficiency, cost savings, and security

Proven ability to interact and create a positive and collaborative working environment with business, vendor, and technical resources

Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with a diverse group of staff and vendors in a detail-oriented professional organization with extremely high standards

Ability to work independently and with groups, with limited supervision

Strong cybersecurity knowledge of network, server, and desktop systems, and be aware of computer threats and vulnerabilities that exist in the corporate workspace

Preferred:

Possess knowledge of underlying technologies including SaltStack for configuration management and orchestration, Spacewalk for Linux systems management

Ability to utilize scripting languages such as Bash and Python for automation

Cybersecurity experience (virus and ransomware detection and mitigation) is a big plus

Other knowledge of security aspects such as networking, access control, firewalls, disaster prevention, recovery and data encryption are highly desired

Proficiency with API interactions and XML-RPC for integrating and automating across diverse systems and platforms

Working knowledge of software licensing

Database administration experience

Physical Demands

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards

Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

Education: Bachelors Degree

Additional client information:

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